For region’s breweries, aluminum can shortage comes at an already difficult time
A pandemic that has more consumers drinking at home and a surge in demand for new and trendy beverages is putting the squeeze on local beer makers.
Written By: Matthew Guerry
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Jack Pine Brewery in Baxter, Minn., began canning beer in 2017, as seen in this submitted file photo. A health crisis that has consumers wary of eating and drinking outside the house has only exacerbated what is now an aluminum can shortage. Unable to get cans from its usual supplier, Jack Pine Brewery instead is buying them at twice the cost from a different vendor. (Submitted photo)